No matter what type of business I’ve worked for over the years, my team has always stressed the importance of a marketing calendar — and then never made one. A marketing calendar is essential to keeping a team organized and productive, but creating and maintaining one can be intimidating without the right guidance. So, if you’re reading this hanging your head in shame, don’t worry; this is a safe space. And today, we’re breaking the cycle. Let’s unpack how to create a marketing calendar you’ll actually use. What is a marketing calendar?   A marketing calendar is a schedule of […]

Creating an Instagram SEO strategy is critical for marketers as the platform has become more popular than social media giants Twitter and LinkedIn. SEO for Instagram is how you can create opportunities for those billions of users to see your content and engage with your brand. Luckily, you can apply the same SEO techniques you use to optimize web page content to drive organic growth to your Instagram account. Think of Instagram as its own search engine. The platform has built-in search functions that act like its own mini-Google. Here, we’ll share 10 SEO techniques to expand your reach by […]

Whether you’re interested in international marketing, or just want to learn more about how audiences around the world interact with the internet, learning about the top global platforms can be an eye-opening experience. Below, you’ll explore 17 of the most popular social media platforms around the globe, including TikTok’s origin platform — Douyin. The 17 Biggest Global Social Media Platforms 1. QZone and QQ Image Source Owner: Tencent Origin: China (Available globally, Chinese language-only) Name’s Origin: QZone and QQ were shortened from the original name, OICQ. The O stood for “open” while ICQ is an instant message term that sounds […]

Snapchat’s Spotlight feature has quickly become one of the most popular destinations for users to find fun, engaging content. In this post, we’ll dive into how to post on Snapchat Spotlight and how to create captivating videos that drive results. How to Post to Snapchat Spotlight How to Check the Status of Your Submitted Spotlight Videos How to Save or Delete Snaps Shared on Spotlight Tips for Creating Snapchat Spotlight Videos How to Post to Snapchat Spotlight Via Mobile Device Image Source Record your Snap. Edit using the creative tools in the app, such as Lenses and Sounds. Add a […]

Short-form video is everywhere online and after letting TikTok and Instagram Reels run the show, Facebook finally joined the party with Facebook Reels. What are Reels on Facebook, how do you make them, and how do they differ from other short-form video platforms? We’ll cover that and more below. Facebook first introduced Reels in September 2021, then launched it globally in February 2022. While anyone can create Reels, it’s been highly marketed toward content creators and influencers as an additional way for them to engage and reach new audiences. As an incentive to use Reels, Meta is offering bonus payments […]

Meta launched Facebook Reels in February 2022 as a follow-up to Instagram Reels and as a competitor to TikTok, whose short-form videos changed the social media landscape. If you’re active on Instagram, you likely know how to create an Instagram Reel, but you may not know how to post Reels on Facebook. If you’re unsure how to create and post Reels on Facebook, keep reading for a step-by-step guide and information on Facebook Reels’ best practices. How to Create Facebook Reels How to Edit in Facebook Reels Facebook Reels Best Practices How to Create Facebook Reels Creating a Facebook Reel […]

With how quickly the internet changes, people can argue all day about how often to post on social media. Which networks should you use? How frequently should you post? And does the time you post really matter? Read on to get the answers to key questions about how often to post on social media for business, or jump to the topic or network you’re curious about: Should I publish more or less often on social media? When’s the best time to post on Twitter? When’s the best time to post on Facebook? When’s the best time to post on LinkedIn? […]

Have you been on a time crunch to create social media content? Most of us have and it’s a stressful position to be in. Creating content in the moment it needs to be published is less than ideal for more reasons than you may realize. Not only is your content less likely to meet the needs of your audience, but you’ll also miss out on the creative social topics and events that can be planned for in advance. In this guide, you’ll get the best social media content calendar template and a step-by-step guide explaining how to use it. Use […]

Social media is one of the best ways to amplify your brand and the great content you’re creating. But it isn’t enough to just post content to social whenever you feel like it – posting at some times performs better than others. So, what are the best times to post on each social media channel in 2022? We surveyed over 300 social media marketers in the United States and got the answer. Before we get into the specifics for each platform, it’s important to note that for our survey, we asked respondents to answer in their current time zone – […]